Season X & the Black Hole: What Really Happened

Let's dive into one of the most controversial moments in Fortnite history—Season X. Did Fortnite mishandle the season with the introduction of the overpowered BRUTE mechs? Many players and streamers were frustrated as these mechs dominated the game, causing major balance issues. On top of that, the infamous black hole event left the game offline for days, leaving fans confused and some even walking away from the game. Did these decisions cost Fortnite a chunk of its player base, and how did it impact the game’s future?

We’ll analyze the backlash from the community, how Epic Games responded, and whether Fortnite was able to recover after Season X. Join us as we discuss how the mechs altered the battle royale experience, and whether the black hole event was a brilliant marketing move or a step too far. Is Fortnite still feeling the effects of these decisions today?

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[AIixir]

Ah yes the "Kamaymay". Jokes aside pretty decent video. Although the reason for the blackhole was to make it easier to release chapter 2 as they've never done that before this and to raise hype over when it would end and what would happen when it's gone.

[bigjoeenergyfitness]

I loved the ballers and honestly that was a really fun time. I never played with the brutes but they did really seem crazy seeing them now. I honestly think that Fortnite should stick to original gun play but we all know they won’t with the collabs so I just try to enjoy Fortnite for what it is and make the best of it. Great video mate! 🙂🔥

[kydax]

imagine what fortnite is gonna be like 2 - 3 years from now im excited to see how its gonna evolve! i feel like every chapter/season people just gonna love or hate it

[hebelyndsay]

i never got to play season X, i’ve heard of the black hole and all of the events but never the brutes. they seem cool but im glad they’re no longer in 😅

[allieissmart]

The brutes were so annoying hahah and the ballers were really fun, i loved those!! Fortnite has changed so much, I hate the changes they have it was back to the original fortnite!

[RedX-tkiq]

at this point its not fortnite if they dont add some item or weapon or mythic that breaks the game and upset players haha i feel like every update there's a new experience honestly. u either gonna love it or u gonna hate it

[demis]

Wait. I thought I played season X. But I don’t remember those brutes 🧐

[LifeOfANeurodiverseFamily-id]

I loved that event but oh my gosh that black hole and waiting forever to play was horrible haha. the mecs were soo much fun i remember me and my squad won a game bc we all had one. i honestly really miss og fortnite even before season x

[DavidBratt-lewis-qk]

Hey toph this is a w vid but Fortnite is not Fortnite anymore it’s slowly starting to get boring tbh I stopped playing for a week because I found it boring it’s because it ain’t Fortnite anymore

[Lilpoke]

Hahaha I’ve never seen gameplay with the brutes those look so overpowered